Conference & Events Logistics Team Leader at Accor

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Logistics Coordination, Event Set-up, Work Health and Safety Compliance, Freight Management, Delivery Coordination, Rostering Support, Department Liaison, Contractor Management, Stock Inventory Maintenance, Equipment Storage, Function Space Inspection, Scissor Lift Management, Planning, Resourcing, Performance Management, Relationship Development

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description Belong in a place where you can be yourself and love what you do. Join our hotel community and we will support you to realise your true potential. You will be part of a team where everyone’s contribution is valued. And we will empower you to bring ideas to elevate our services, creating personalised experiences for guests. Help them to feel special, and we will do the same for you. Located in the heart of Brisbane city, Sofitel Brisbane Central is known for its sophisticated luxury accommodation, world-class dining, and impeccable hospitality. The hotel’s 416 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites offer refined French luxury, and with personalised service that comes from the heart, this is Brisbane’s best accommodation experience. The hotel also features elegant and indulgent food and beverage outlets, an executive lounge, two fitness centres, a day spa and fully flexible event spaces for up to 1100 delegates. Job Description Elevate your career by joining the prestigious Sofitel Brisbane Central, where excellence is not just a standard, but a way of life. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional to join our Conference and Events Operations team as a Conference and Events Logistics Team Leader. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with the Conference and Events team and Purchasing to coordinate and deliver seamless logistics support. You will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely setup, bump-in, and bump-out of all events across the hotel, contributing to exceptional guest experiences. What you'll be doing: Work with the Meeting and Events team and the Conference and Events Operations team to ensure a safe and efficient event set-up Assist with risk assessments and oversee logistics operations to ensure all high-risk activities, employees and contractors are compliant with Work Health and Safety requirements Liaise with Purchasing to coordinate all inbound and outbound freight and deliveries for events In conjunction with Purchasing, coordinate all inbound and outbound freight and deliveries for events Plan ahead and inform your supervisor of upcoming logistics needs requiring additional labour to support efficient rostering and meet client requirements Liaise with departments and contractors (Engineering, AV) to ensure maintenance and upkeep of function spaces Maintain stock inventory and ensure all equipment is stored securely Perform regular inspections of function spaces, particularly before and after bump-ins and report any damages or safety issues immediately to the supervisor Manage access to the scissor lift, in conjunction with the Purchasing and Engineering departments. Qualifications You will excel in this role if you have: Flexibility to commence work early from 5:30AM Weekend availability, as weekends are our peak operational periods Responsible Service of Alcohol qualification Strong knowledge of food service, event set-ups and event equipment requirements Some purchasing experience, including knowledge of how to resource products High level of ability in the use of various technology Demonstrated ability in planning, resourcing products, performance management Demonstrated ability to develop productive relationships and manage and drive change The aptitude and willingness to undertake further development with Sofitel. Additional Information Bring your passion and dedication to excellence, and we will recognise your contribution with a variety of benefits, rewards and development opportunities. We also offer a range of wellbeing initiatives, including apps with content to help you feel at your best. Join us, and you can thrive as an individual as well as being part of a supportive and inclusive team. Thrive in our Sofitel Brisbane Central community, with: Discounts for ambassadors, families and friends at Accor Hotels worldwide Complimentary hotel stay package to celebrate your work anniversary Secure parking in the centre of Brisbane for only $10 per day Direct access to Central train station Complimentary food in the ambassador dining room Laundered uniforms. Let your passion shine, visit careers.accor.com Job-Category: Food & Beverage Job Type: Permanent Job Schedule: Casual

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Responsibilities

The Team Leader will coordinate logistics support by ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely setup, bump-in, and bump-out of all hotel events in collaboration with the Conference and Events team and Purchasing. Key duties include overseeing high-risk activities for WHS compliance, managing inbound/outbound freight, maintaining equipment inventory, and liaising with internal departments and contractors.